Yes, I'd also say that it is about the student, the one experiencing the path.Indeed, it is fortunate to find that practice, that is in a position to fulfill our needs for spiritual elevation or consciousness purification.

Where there is genuine introspection, there is also the preliminary subtle awareness. At least the past life tendency for practice is re-manifested.

The realization of the subtle realities may have many aspects and different requirements depending on the path, and each practitioner will also experience an aspect of subtle realities in a particular way.

I also concur that "motivation" (and perhaps intention - if not the same), influences the outcome. Therefore, I also see the relationship of the practitioner to their path(s) as a serious commitment, like matrimony in a way.